Architectural Associate (2363)

Job DetailsJob Location: Corporate Division TX Location - Addison, TX 75001Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: DayPosition Summary:

The Architecture Associate is responsible primarily for drafting, reviewing, and producing construction drawings for new house types and revisions to existing house types. The Architecture Associate responds to architectural issues as they arise, ensuring the department standards and procedures are followed. Performing such other tasks as may be necessary in the day-to-day operation of the department.

Responsibilities and Duties

Responsible for drafting and preparation of construction drawings from the completion of design phase through completion of construction documents and permit sets
Execute architectural plan adjustments as needed
Responsible for drafting plans using the current department drafting software
Execute architectural deliverables to Purchasing, Estimating, Production, Marketing, and Sales departments
Coordinate building systems including structural, mechanical, plumbing, and civil
Provide plan clarification and plan distribution to Purchasing, Estimating, Production, Marketing, Sales departments
Reviews projects completed by department consultants
Responsible for quality control of own work and others in the department as required.
Update status of assigned tasks in the Architecture Schedule
Complete all other duties as assigned by manager
Represent the company professionally in all internal and external interactions and communications
Adhere to company safety standards and help promote a safe working environment
Adhere to, promote and deliver on the DRB core values and mission statement

Position Standards

Team Player

Attention to Detail

Knowledge of residential construction
Ability to create, manipulate, and read drawing files, plan blueprints and engineering drawings

Knowledge of MS Office

Organizational Skills

Positive Attitude

Self-Starter
Strong Communication Skills (written, graphic, and verbal)

Position Requirements

2-year associates degree required
4-year college degree preferred but not required
2-4 years’ experience in residential CAD drafting required,
Exceptional drafting software skills, with knowledge of Autocad / Revit preferred
Experience with taking design sketches through working drawings
Experience communicating graphically

Qualifications